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The decision was taken Wednesday at a high-level provincial meeting, held under Chief Minister Qaim Ali Shah and attended by the chief secretary, DG Rangers, IG Sindh and representatives of other offices, Express News reported.
The ban was imposed yesterday for 72 hours in view of the security situation ahead of the NA-246 by-elections. The restriction was to come into effect on April 21 and remain in force until the night of April 23.
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Addressing the meeting, Shah said the move has been made to ease inconveniences faced by masses.
Earlier, Additional IG Sindh had written to the home ministry, calling for a ban to be imposed on pillion-riding.
Political parties especially the Muttahida Qaumi Movement had criticised the ban, saying it would cause problems for many people who want to vote in the crucial elections.
Security arrangements
More than 16 police personnel will be deputed outside each of the 213 polling stations, while, according to DG West Feroz Shah, three teams of police will remain on standby in the district.
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Moreover, Rangers will provide security to presiding officers, while sharp shooters will be deployed at the rooftop of surrounding buildings. Authorities have declared all polling stations of the constituency sensitive.
Polling material distribution
Meanwhile, the distribution of polling material in the constituency has begun, with Rangers and police closely monitoring the process.
According to polling authorities, polling in NA-246 will begin at 8:00 am.
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